Mechanically Biased Shift Engineer – Blackburn Salary- £53,000 Shift Pattern: 4 on / 4 off Days and nights Pension: 10% Company Contribution Location: Blackburn We are seeking a proactive, mechanically skilled and safety-conscious Shift Engineer to join our engineering & maintenance team. This role is ideal for someone with strong mechanical capability, methodical problem-solving ability, and experience within an industrial or production environment. About You You’ll bring a strong mechanical background supported by recognised qualifications and at least three years of hands-on experience in maintenance, repair, or industrial engineering settings. You’ll be someone who understands how machinery behaves and can diagnose, repair and improve plant performance with confidence and care. You will also: Have a strong understanding of mechanical systems, bearings, drives, gearboxes and moving plant. Have a safety-first mindset, backed by practical knowledge of engineering controls and site precautions. Work well individually and collaboratively. Take pride in delivering work to a high standard. Required Experience: A strong base of mechanical learning and site-based understanding across areas such as: Mechanical qualifications NVQ 3 or higher Solid manual handling awareness Plant safety knowledge Understanding of confined-space requirements Lock-off / isolation experience Key Responsibilities: Perform mechanical maintenance, repairs and servicing of plant and equipment. Work collaboratively with Maintenance Electricians when required. Keep plant maintenance logs, operational data and PPM documentation up to date. Use tools and equipment safely with correct PPE and immediately withdraw defective tools from service. Report hazards, failures or irregularities to the Maintenance Manager. Maintain workplace housekeeping and safe working conditions. Carry out high-standard PPM activity with clear written records. Be willing to work reasonable overtime and support holiday cover. What We Offer: A competitive remuneration package 4 on / 4 off rotation to support predictable work/life balance Up to 10% employer pension contribution Ongoing technical development and up-skilling Access to wellbeing, health and lifestyle initiatives (including cycle & fitness options) A confidential support service for you and your immediate household A strong team culture with engineering-led problem-solving values Interviews can be arranged immediately so apply by following the online instructions or send a CV to ATA Recruitment specialises in Manufacturing, Infrastructure, Civil, Transportation and general Engineering recruitment on both a permanent and contract basis – for more opportunities like this one, visit our website. By applying you accept the terms of our Privacy Notice which can be found on our website. ATA is committed to creating a diverse workforce and is an equal opportunities employer. We welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of age, disability, gender, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, and sexual orientation